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Apr 25, 2023 • 10 tweets • 3 min read
1/ 🇦🇺 Australian electricians are evaluating which #EV chargers to offer going forward, and surprisingly, Tesla's wall charger isn't a top contender. Let's dive into the current landscape of EV chargers in this thread. ⚡🚘
2/ Bi-directional charging: Currently, the only available option is a CHAdeMO-equipped vehicle paired with a Wallbox Quasar, limited to South Australian residents. Tesla plans to enable bi-directional charging around 2025, but we'll have to see it to believe it. 🔌🔄
Apr 25, 2023 • 6 tweets • 3 min read
1/ Last week, CATL announced a new high-specific-energy battery. So, what makes this battery special?
2/ CATL says it can store "up to" 0.5 kWh/kg. That's a big claim, but they're confident about mass production soon. And hey, they're not just moo-ing around – they've got a track record to back it up! 🐄
Apr 24, 2023 • 8 tweets • 1 min read
🔌🚘 1/ Thread: QLD Government ups EV rebate from $3,000 to $6,000! But you may be better off WITHOUT it. Here's what you need to know:
🍌 2/ Three major changes to the EV rebate: 1) Rebate increases to $6,000 -- 2)Previous recipients can apply for the extra $3,000 -- 3) Max cost of eligible EVs rises to $68,000 (excluding delivery charges)
